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Barnard College Expels Students for Disrupting Israeli History Class

Barnard College has expelled two students following their disruptive protest during a "History of Modern Israel" class at Columbia University on January 21, 2025.

Appeals Court Blocks Biden’s $500M Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

The Eighth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals delivered a decisive ruling on Tuesday against former President Joe Biden's $500 million student loan forgiveness initiative.

Trump Orders Crackdown on Campus Antisemitism

President Donald Trump signed executive orders on Wednesday aimed at combating antisemitism on college campuses and eliminating federal funding for K-12 schools that teach Critical Race Theory (CRT) or radical gender ideology.

North Carolina Enrollment Rebound at Universities

Enrollment has increased at three state universities in western North Carolina, which were severely impacted by Hurricane Helene last fall. Appalachian State University, the University of North Carolina Asheville, and Western Carolina University all reported higher student enrollment compared to last spring, according to the UNC System.

Trump Rescinds 1965 Executive Order, Ends Affirmative Action in Federal Hiring and Contracts

Former President Donald Trump signed an executive order rescinding President Lyndon B. Johnson's Executive Order 11246, which mandated affirmative action in federal government contracting. The new policy eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements in the federal workforce and contracting, shifting the focus to a merit-based system. The administration noted this change as a commitment to rewarding individual skills, performance, and hard work over identity-based hiring quotas.

Trump Ends Affirmative Action Mandate in Federal Contracting

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday reversing President Lyndon B. Johnson’s Executive Order 11246, which mandated affirmative action for government contractors. The new order eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements in federal hiring, contracting, and spending, signaling a shift toward merit-based practices.

ESPN Airs President Trump’s Message During CFP National Championship Halftime

ESPN, a network often criticized by conservatives for its left-leaning bias, surprised many during the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship between Notre Dame and Ohio State. During halftime, the network aired a pre-recorded message from President Donald J. Trump, who was inaugurated earlier in the day as the 47th President of the United States.

Trump’s Executive Order Targets Pro-Terrorism Activism by Foreign Students

President Donald Trump issued an executive order Monday aimed at deporting foreigners who express support for designated terrorist organizations.

Media Claims About Musk’s Gesture Spark Controversy

Legacy media outlets are facing backlash for misrepresenting Elon Musk’s gesture during his appearance at President Donald Trump’s inauguration rally. Musk, speaking to supporters at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., expressed gratitude by touching his heart and gesturing outward while saying, “Thank you. My heart goes out to you. It is thanks to you that the future of civilization is assured.”

Indiana Governor Ends DEI Initiatives in State Government Following Supreme Court Decision

Indiana Governor Mike Braun has signed an executive order eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within state government. This move aligns state operations with the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College.

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